Hoyle Engineering, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a specialized consulting and software development firm dedicated to supporting the global aviation community. We combine deep domain expertise with advanced technical capabilities to deliver high-value solutions for complex investigative, analytical, and operational challenges.
We provide expert assistance in support of air accident investigations and aviation-related litigation.
Our services include:
Detailed forensic analysis of flight data from QARs, FDRs, and CVRs.
Corroboration of flight sequences against aircraft documentation and event timelines.
Consulting with legal teams on data interpretation and presentation.
Support for Transportation Safety Boards, airlines, and law firms during investigative and legal processes.
We ensure the accuracy and integrity of your flight data decoding systems.
Services include:
Validation of binary data frames (ARINC 717/429, MIL-STD-1553, etc.) using documentation and real-world data samples.
Comparison of decoded outputs against expected engineering values.
Development of validation reports suitable for regulatory compliance and internal QA.
Support for flight data monitoring (FDM) and analysis software tools.
Bring investigations and briefings to life with high-fidelity 3D reconstructions.
We produce:
Visualizations based on QAR/FDR data, synchronized with audio from CVRs.
Animations aligned with ATC data, radar logs, or terrain models.
Outputs suitable for technical debriefs, court proceedings, and public reports.
Integrations with industry-standard visualization engines and custom rendering solutions.
We build high-performance software tailored to aviation and defense domains.
Expertise includes:
Programming Languages: C/C++, Python, Tcl, Tk
Data Formats: XML, CSV, binary log decoding, and custom telemetry
Audio Processing: CVR decompression, speech codecs (G.726, LPC), resampling
Security: Application licensing systems, encryption, and key management
AI-Assisted Tools: Whisper for CVR transcription and deep-learning integration
Cross-platform desktop tools and batch-processing pipelines
Hoyle Engineering is certified under Canada’s Controlled Goods Program and authorized to handle:
Canadian Controlled Goods
U.S. ITAR-regulated materials (International Traffic in Arms Regulations)
We employ a Designated Official (DO) and maintain rigorous handling procedures for all sensitive material, ensuring strict confidentiality and compliance.
Air accident investigation bodies
Airlines and aircraft manufacturers
Defense contractors and avionics developers
Law firms and legal experts in aviation litigation
Flight data monitoring service providers
Research institutions and software vendors
Want to learn how we can support your project or investigation? Contact Us for a confidential consultation or custom service quote.
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